Description
Rich cheeseburger soup from Wisconsin brings hearty comfort to winter dinner tables. Creamy potato-based broth with ground beef and melted cheese satisfies hungry families quickly.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 3 potatoes
Dairy and Liquids:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a spacious pot over medium-high heat until no pink remains, then transfer to a separate dish.
- Use the same pot to sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften and become translucent.
- Add chopped potatoes and chicken broth to the vegetable mixture, increase heat to high, and bring to a rolling boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender and easily pierced.
- Meanwhile, prepare a creamy roux by melting butter in a separate skillet, then whisking in flour until smooth and golden.
- Gradually pour milk into the roux, stirring continuously to prevent lumps and create a silky base.
- Pour the roux mixture into the soup pot, stirring constantly to integrate and thicken the liquid.
- Reintroduce the cooked ground beef to the pot and allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until completely melted and evenly distributed.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Let the soup rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and reach optimal serving temperature.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce overall fat content and create a healthier soup option.
- Consider using plant-based ground meat alternatives for a vegetarian version of the soup.
- Grate cheese freshly for maximum melting potential and richer flavor compared to pre-shredded cheese.
- Dice vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg